Peak performance. A legendary brand. Superb value. It all comes together in the Sage Foundation Fly Rod, an unbelievably affordable fast-action fly rod that's built to excel in a wide range of fly fishing conditions. From butt to tip, this rod has the look, feel, and handling of a premium Sage rod; you'll find it impossible to put down whether you're fishing dry flies, nymphs, or mops, in waters both large and small. The Foundation is built on Sage's popular 4-piece Stealth Black Graphite IIIe blank, known for its casting power and near-effortless control, and fitted with ceramic stripper guides, hard chrome snake guides and tiptop, and a black-anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat. The snubnose cork handle offers both comfort and security; higher weights feature a fighting butt for saltwater duty. Includes a rugged black nylon rod tube with divided liner. Handcrafted construction. Peak performance at a great price Superior power, control, and versatility Great for all waters and presentations 4-piece Stealth Black Graphite IIIe blank Ceramic stripper guides Hard chrome snake guides and tiptop Black-anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat Snubnose cork handle Saltwater weights equipped with a fighting butt Includes black nylon rod tube